Director, Lab Operations

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Job Description
 

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Technical Development Strategy and Operations team as Director of Lab Operations. The successful candidate will lead a dynamic team of lab operations specialists to deliver high-quality support services that enable the Technical Development organization to advance both small molecule and biologics pipelines. The candidate will assume operational accountability for lab operations across all sites used by the Technical Development organization globally

Responsibilities:

• Identify and lead cross-functional initiatives to optimize lab efficiency, ensure compliance, and drive innovation in lab operations strategy

• Drive implementation of operational excellence practices (Lean, 5S, etc)

• Responsible for oversight and direction to all lab ops projects to ensure schedule and budget are maintained

• Contribute to planning and oversee equipment relocations, space modifications, and occupancy changes, with minimal business disruption.

• Maintain operational KPIs and dashboarding to provide visibility of overall performance.

Budgeting & Resource Planning:

• Forecast and manage budgets for consumables and headcount

• Oversee capital investment planning (new instruments, facility upgrades etc)

• Lead strategic and operational decisions to address both immediate and long-term needs related to laboratory space, staffing, and equipment capacity.

Safety & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with EHS standards, biosafety, chemical safety, and controlled substance handling

• Promote a proactive culture of safety across all laboratories

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Leadership & People Development:

• Create a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and effective communication

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of lab operation specialists

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Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with external stakeholders (facilities, EHS, Manufacturing Operation, Global Quality) to ensure efficient and safe operations in compliance with company policies and environmental health and safety guidelines

• Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership in shaping lab capabilities for future needs

Basic Qualifications:

• Advanced Scientific (Ph.D.) degree with 8+ years’ experience in the pharma/biotech industry; OR

• Masters’ degree with 10+ years’ experience in the pharma/biotech industry; OR

• Bachelors’ degree with 12+ years’ experience in the pharma/biotech industry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in lab operations

• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Strong project management skills and demonstrated ability to collaboratively lead and work in cross-functional teams

• Demonstrated ability to calmly give direction and drive problem-solving with logic under pressure

• Exhibits roll-up-your-sleeve servant leadership who leads by example

People Leader Accountabilities:

• Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.

• Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose.

• Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.

 

The salary range for this position is: $210,375.00 - $272,250.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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